Lyon’s old town is riddled with secret passageways and history. This immersive, guided walking tour begins at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and takes you through the traboules (covered passageways used by silk workers to transport fabrics), to present-day silk workshops, and the Museum of Cinema and Miniatures, before finishing up at the Grand Hotel Dieu, formerly the city hospital, now a luxury hotel and shopping complex.

  • Learn about Lyon’s silk-weaving history and gastronomic prowess
  • Take a journey through history, from the Middle Ages to WW2 Resistance
  • Discover secret passageways hidden in ...
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Tour code: 168746P1
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Travelers that want to avoid a crowded tour bus—but see more than with a typical walking tour—shouldn't miss this comfortable, pedicab tour in Lyon. As you cruise through the heart of the city, see top attractions, from bustling Place Bellecour to the historic Theatre des Celestins and Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste. Along the way, learn about Lyon's history from your guide, and see some of the city's ancient hillside passageways, called traboules.

  • Explore the city of Lyon by pedicab on a private, guided sightseeing tour
  • See top sights, like Place Saint-Jean, Opera de Lyon, and Place des Terreaux ...
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Pedicab Tours
Tour code: 123715P1
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Board this panoramic coach with convertible top and discover all the wonders of the Beaujolais vineyards: the Golden Stones, the medieval village of Oingt, and the Wine Route, including a wine tasting.

Tours & Sightseeing
Tour code: 22104P1
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This private tour is a storytelling visit of Croix-Rousse Hill in Lyon and its passageways or "traboules". You will follow the adventures of Jirôme Roquet, a silk weaver and his apprentice Tony, both involved in the dangerous "canuts rebellion". The story is narrated by a professional actor-guide.

Private & Custom Tours
Tour code: 11363P5
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This tour is a storytelling visit of Croix-Rousse Hill in Lyon and its passageways or "traboules". Follow the adventures of Jirôme Roquet, a silk weaver and his apprentice Tony, both involved in the dangerous "canuts rebellion". The story is narrated by a professional actor-guide. It also takes place during the Fete des Lumieres (Light Festival) in Lyon.

Walking & Biking Tours
Tour code: 11363P4
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On this private tour with just you and your group, a professional actor-guide will take you for a lively tour of the Old Lyon and the traboules (hidden passageways). The tour is followed by a traditional french "Apéritif" (glass of wine and cheese tasting).

Walking & Biking Tours
Tour code: 11363P1
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This tour is a storytelling visit of Old Lyon (Vieux-Lyon) and its passageways or "traboules". Follow the adventures of a young teenager in the renaissance involved in the dangerous settling of scores between powerful Lyonnais. The story is narrated by a professional actor-guide.

Walking & Biking Tours
Tour code: 11363P3
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Small-group or private wine tour in the Rhone Valley from Lyon. Discover wines, gastronomy and heritage of the neighbourhood of Lyon.

Food, Wine & Nightlife
Tour code: 10869P2
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Get to Gare de Lyon Saint-Exupéry train station from your Lyon city hotel on time and stress-free with a shared departure. Gare de Lyon Saint-Exupéry is attached to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, 18 miles (29 km) from Lyon's city center. Book this shared transfer for polite and efficient service from central Lyon to the station. Transfer service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Transfers & Ground Transport
Tour code: 5483LYSHTLSTN_S
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Travel the city in style and enjoy a taste of France’s culinary capital on this 4-hour gourmet electric bike tour of Lyon. Spin through Lyon effortlessly by electric bike with your guide. Discover top city attractions such as the UNESCO–listed Old Town, Place Bellecour, Parc de la Tête d'Or and the banks of the Rhône River. Visit Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse food market and gain insight into Lyon’s amazing culinary heritage with food and wine tastings. Your tour size is limited to 10 to ensure a more personalized experience.

Walking & Biking Tours
Tour code: 6778GOURMET
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